Quincy High School Para Educator I Special Education

Quincy High School; Quincy (WA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

SEBB benefits

Job summary

Quincy School District, Quincy High School in Washington, seeks a Para-Educator I for Special Education to support the instructional program under a certificated teacher.

Responsibilities include developing materials, supporting diverse student needs, and maintaining confidentiality while collaborating with staff, parents, and the community. 180 days/ 6.75 hours per day, part-time position.

Qualifications

• Two years of study at an institution of higher education, meeting the Higher Education Act criteria.
• Associate’s degree or equivalent per the district requirements.
• Pass the ETS Para Pro Assessment test.

Responsibilities

• Support diverse student needs academically in appropriate settings.
• Develop plans, materials, and activities for students under the certificated teacher.
• Communicate effectively with students, staff, parents, and community.
• Support positive behavior interventions to maintain a conducive learning environment.
• Work with students with Autism and follow data on behavior plans.
• Maintain confidentiality of information and records.
• Collaborate with supervising teacher and colleagues; keep documentation for teachers.

Skills

Communication skills

Experience with P-12 students

Basic computer literacy

First Aid/CPR

Punctuality and reliability

Flexibility

Bilingual/Bi-literate (preferred)

Education

Two years of study at higher education

Associate's degree

Pass the ETS Para Pro Assessment

Job description

Quincy High School Para Educator I Special Education

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Job Details

Job ID: 5558991
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Feb 27, 2026 8:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

QUINCY SCHOOL DISTRICT
PARA-EDUCATOR 1-SPECIAL EDUCATION

Supervisor: Building Principal

Salary Range: PSE Salary Schedule

Location/Assignment: Quincy High School

Conditions of work: 180 days/ 6.75 Hrs.

SUMMARY:

The position of Special Education Para-educator I para works under the supervision of the certificated teacher and other staff personnel to assist in accomplishing the goals and objectives of the instructional program. Typically, in the general education or resource classroom.

• Experience in supporting diverse student needs academically at the elementary/middle and/or high school level classrooms.
• Develop plans, materials, and activities for students under the direction of the certificated
  teacher.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, parents and community.
• Experience in positive behavior supports preferred to maintain an environment conductive to learning.
• Ability to work with students with Autism, including following and taking any necessary data on behavior plans.
• Understand and apply program activities, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality and integrity of information and records.
• Work collaboratively with supervising teacher and colleagues.
• Keep documentation/data for teachers when requested.
• Direct contact with students in the classroom and in other supervisory capacities.
• Bilingual/Bi-literate preferred to support student diverse language needs and parent
  communications.
• Other duties as assigned by the Building Principal or Superintendent.

UNION AFFIILATION:

This position is represented by Public School Employees of Washington

BENEFITS:

Health insurance benefits for employees working 630 hours or more per year include medical, dental, vision life and long-term disability plans through the School Employee Benefits Board (SEBB). Retirement benefits are provided through the WA State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Click here for more detailed information on benefits. https://www.qsd.wednet.edu/departments/human-resources/contracts

180-259 Day Employees- Paid leave benefits to include 10 sick days, 10 paid holidays, and 3 personal leave days.

260 Day Employee-Paid leave benefits to include a minimum of 12 sick days, 13 paid holiday and 3 personal leave days and a minimum of 10 days’ vacation after the first year.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Two years of study at an institution of higher education, it must meet the criteria of the Higher Education Act, Section 101 (a). All classes must be at level 100 or higher, OR
• Associate’s degree OR
• Pass the ETS Para Pro Assessment test.
• Experience working with P-12 students.
• First Aid/CPR card or ability to obtain.
• Demonstrate basic computer literacy skills.
• Demonstrate consistent punctuality and attendance.
• Demonstrate flexibility with schedule changes as students’ needs change.
• Work in noisy and crowded environments.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to regularly walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, push, and pull.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.

Immigration Reform and Control Act Requirement: The recommended applicant, if not a current regular employee, will be required to complete an INS I-9 form and must provide proof of employment eligibility.

Disclosure Statement and Record Check: Pursuant to Chapter 486, Washington Laws of 1987, the recommended applicant, if not a current regular employee, will be required to complete a disclosure form indicating whether he or she has been convicted of crimes against persons listed in the law. In addition, a background check, based on fingerprints, will be requested from the Washington State Patrol & FBI. Employment is conditional based upon completion of the record check.

Quincy School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Title IX Coordinator: Nik Bergman, Superintendent, [e-mail], 119 J Street SW, Quincy, WA 98848, [phone].Section 504/ADA Coordinator:Victoria Hodge, Special Programs Director, [e-mail], 119 J Street SW, Quincy, WA 98848, [phone].Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator:David Garza, Assistant Superintendent, [e-mail], 119 J Street SW, Quincy, WA 98848, [phone].

Quincy School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

re: NEW

Position Type: Part-Time
Salary: $21.15 to $23.26 Per Hour
Job Categories:

Special Education > General Special Education

Special Education > Learning Disabled

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

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